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Horse Riding in Spring Horse riding is an activity that is enjoyed by a lot of people around the world. Some people like to go horse riding because they love spending time outdoors, some do it for the exercise, while others use it as an opportunity to bond with friends. One of the beauties of horse riding is the fact that it is an activity you can do anytime of the year (as long as the weather permits). However, going…

The Trooditissa Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in Cyprus, and is located in the Troodos Mountains, between the villages of Prodromos and Platres. The monastery has the highest elevation of any monastery in Cyprus, sitting 1,380 meters above sea level. Like other monasteries, the Trooditissa Monastery functioned as a school for several decades, graduating monks and children that lived in nearby villages. The monastery is said to go back to the 8th century, but the current building was…

The Kykkos Monastery is considered to be one of the wealthiest and best known monasteries in Cyprus, making it a must visit destination for people visiting Cyprus. It is located on the north-west side of the Troodos Mountains. The Kykkos Monastery, also known as The Holy Monastery of the Virgin of Kykkos, was established towards the end of the 11th century by Alexios I Komnenos, a Byzantine emperor who ruled from 1081 to 1118. According to legend, there was a…

As the old saying goes, “dogs are man’s best friend.” This fact holds truly dear to me. My Akita Inu dog, Aimi, has offered me unparalleled loyalty, close companionship, unconditional love and has always had my back. We have a terrific bond and are very fond of each other. We love hanging out and spending time together, especially out in the snow. Aimi is a purebred Japanese Akita Inu; she is large, powerful, rugged with a wolf like appearance which…